Ingredients and Weight:
- 200g all-purpose flour
- 100g sugar
- 3 ripe bananas
- 60g cocoa powder
- 50g vegetable oil or melted butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla extract (if using) and mix well.
- Pour the banana mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into a greased and floured cake pan.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, you can frost the cake with your favorite chocolate frosting or dust with powdered sugar.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming the cake is cut into 8 pieces)
Calories: Approx. 350 calories per serving (without frosting)
Fat: Approx. 15g
Carbohydrates: Approx. 55g
Protein: Approx. 5g
(Note: This is a rough estimate and the actual nutritional content may vary depending on the ingredients used.)
Dish Characteristics:
- Easy to make with readily available ingredients.
- Chocolate and banana combination is popular among Americans.
- Great for any occasion, especially for chocolate lovers.
User Comments:
- "This cake was so easy to make and it was a hit with my family! The chocolate and banana flavors were perfect together." - John Smith
- "I love how moist and rich this cake is. The cocoa powder gives it a rich chocolate flavor that I really enjoy." - Jane Doe
- "I made this cake for my birthday and it was a big success! The cake was delicious and everyone loved it." - Michael Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture.
- Do not overmix the batter to prevent a tough cake.
- If you want to add frosting, make sure to choose a frosting that matches your taste preference and is easy to spread on the cake.
